NBA star Wembanyama trains with French rugby club
NBA superstar Victor Wembanyama says he was inspired by the unity and camaraderie of rugby after spending time with French second tier side Provence.
BBC Sport reports: NBA superstar Victor Wembanyama says he was inspired by the unity and camaraderie of rugby after spending time with French second tier side Provence.
This sports story centres on France. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include NBA, French and Victor Wembanyama.
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